Confectionery News

For over 13 years, William Reed’s ConfectioneryNews has stood out as the premier online news outlet for the confectionery sector. Our focus on digital content allows us to offer valuable insights and comprehensive information that can help your business thrive. Our dedicated team of award-winning journalists produces daily updates, in-depth analyses, events—both online and in-person—podcasts, and videos covering key topics and stories that influence industry leaders. ConfectioneryNews delivers a complete overview of the confectionery landscape, covering all aspects from manufacturing, processing, and packaging to commodities, retail trends, shopper behavior, ingredients, research and development, market dynamics, as well as regulations and safety standards.

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Digital sampling campaigns expand startup’s reach beyond limited retail distribution

3 weeks ago | confectionerynews.com | Elizabeth Crawford

When reduced-sugar gummy startup Häppy Candy debuted last fall it launched a free sampling campaign online supported by nano-influencers to help drive foot traffic to local retailers, gather consumer feedback and win loyal fans who shared their enthusiasm for the brand with friends and family.
EUDR ‘high risk’ category only includes four countries, say diplomats

3 weeks ago | confectionerynews.com | Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

The EUDR’s country benchmarking, which is yet to be released, aims to provide a deforestation risk level for each country. The risk level - high, medium or low risk - will signal the likelihood that each relevant commodity has of being linked back to deforestation. According to recent reports, the benchmarking’s ‘high risk’ category will include only four countries - Belarus, North Korea, Myanmar, and Russia.
The dye is cast: Industry reacts to FDA’s food colour ban

1 month ago | confectionerynews.com | Gill Hyslop

Just days after the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) formalised plans to phase out synthetic food colourings, the food industry is responding with a mix of support, scepticism and concern. The announcement – delivered on Earth Day by HHS Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr and FDA Commissioner Dr Marty Makary – confirmed the revocation of Red No. 3, a dye linked to cancer and banned in cosmetics since 1990.
Environmental and behavioural factors changing chocolate

1 month ago | confectionerynews.com | Donna Eastlake |Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe |Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

The chocolate market is booming, boasting a staggering global market value of $140.12bn (€123.08) in 2025 and a projected CAGR of 4.89% over the next five years (Statista). But external influences are reshaping the industry, forcing it to adapt while also creating a whole host of new innovation opportunities. Here are the key changes shaping the future of chocolate. Chocolate moving towards cocoa-freeChocolate is making major strides towards becoming cocoa-free.
Cocoa industry facing major sustainability hurdles

1 month ago | confectionerynews.com | Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe |Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

68% of consumers understand the concept of regenerative agriculture. That’s according to a new report released by crop supply firm, Acclym. However, only 12% are willing to pay more for products made from cocoa grown using regenerative agriculture practices. Despite this, major industry players including Nestlé and Mondelēz International, are investing in regenerative agriculture practices. Though uptake across the wider industry remains low, resulting from cost and implementation challenges.
3 packaging innovations taking confectionery beyond the wrapper

1 month ago | confectionerynews.com | Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe |Gill Hyslop |Augustus Bambridge-Sutton |Nicholas Robinson

Amid supply chain concerns, crippling cocoa costs and volatility within the wider geopolitical environment, cautious confectionery brands are turning to packaging to hone in on innovations. In 2024, 20% of new consumer packaged goods in Australia and New Zealand were led by packaging changes, according to market intelligence from Mintel. “Packaging is no longer just about protection – it’s a strategic tool that can make or break a product’s success,” Mintel says. 1.
Snacking gets personal: How to profit from Mondelēz’s ‘Little Treat’ revolution

1 month ago | confectionerynews.com | Gill Hyslop

Once relegated to the ‘guilty pleasure’ status, snacking has emerged as a full-fledged emotional ritual in consumers’ daily lives. Mondelēz International’s 2024 State of Snacking report revealed a global groundswell of support for the idea that a small indulgence is not only acceptable, but essential. The newest kernel of insight from the snacking giant is that consumers aren’t just reaching for snacks because they’re hungry – they’re reaching because they believe they deserve it.
Expert tips on EUDR preparation and compliance

1 month ago | confectionerynews.com | Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe |Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

As confectioners prepare for the delayed European Union (EU) Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) to enter into law in December 2025, brands explore various questions and checklists before its arrival. In our recent webinar, building sustainable and transparent supply chains in confectionery, industry leaders discussed the leading topics surrounding the upcoming law and sustainable development.
Does sweetener sucralose increase appetite?

2 months ago | confectionerynews.com | Donna Eastlake |Augustus Bambridge-Sutton |Flora Southey |Kay Jann

From sweets and soft drinks to sandwich spreads and breakfast cereals, sucralose (E955) is used in over 6,000 products worldwide, making it one of the most popular artificial sweeteners on the market. And such is its success, the global sucralose market is now valued at $3.73bn, with a projected CAGR of 5.3% over the next eight years (The Brainy Insights).
Mondelēz sales expected to grow despite cocoa woes

2 months ago | confectionerynews.com | Augustus Bambridge-Sutton |Nicholas Robinson |Donna Eastlake

Multinational snacking company Mondelēz International, which owns chocolate brands Milka, Toblerone, Lacta and Cadbury, recently predicted a 10% fall in adjusted earnings per share (EPS) in its recent full-year earnings report for 2024. However, its woes may be short-lived. After a one-year low in share price following the report, Mondelēz stock has rallied to similar levels seen in November 2024, before the major cocoa price spike.